The Self-Cultivation of a Reborn Massage Therapist

Chapter 205 Amazing, amazing!

Coincidentally, Leng Xiao happened to be at headquarters today.

Judging from Xu Pi's meeting with someone, one can imagine Leng Xiao's social status and influence.

Therefore, when Xue Yong was summoned into Leng Xiao's luxurious office overlooking the bustling capital, he barely managed to explain the whole story with trepidation.

From his perspective as a P7 level employee, being able to report directly to this big boss required courage in itself, let alone when the news he brought was so terrible.

Having understood what had happened, Leng Xiao didn't say much, and picked up the phone to make a call.

In his eyes, a small massage parlor was insignificant.

What he was concerned about was whether there was a deeper signal hidden behind this incident—whether some force was taking this opportunity to express some kind of "thought" to him and the Ugly Donkey.

The phone call was brief, but for Xue Yong, it felt like an eternity.

Some of the words the big boss used made his heart pound.

Xue Yong breathed a sigh of relief only after Leng Xiao hung up the phone. He noticed that Leng Xiao's tense jawline relaxed slightly.

Leng Xiao waved his hand at Xue Yong, who still looked tense, signaling him to relax: "It's not your fault. This time... we were just unlucky."

"Thank you, Mr. Leng," Xue Yong said, then, unable to suppress his inner doubts, cautiously asked, "Bad luck?"

Leng Xiao nodded and explained, "They're not targeting us. That shop had some trouble a while ago, which involved an important national department. That department is currently conducting a full investigation into the people and events involved."

He paused, "The materials received by the district bureau are addressed to that department, so of course they have to take them very seriously. Yan Xiao and his group have really run into a trap."

Upon hearing this, Xue Yong suddenly realized what was going on.

He suddenly remembered the recent rumors circulating online, those trending topics involving the entertainment industry, cultural circles, and various other circles... Could they be related to what happened at that massage parlor?

Are those trending topics used to suppress the escalation of certain issues?

“President Leng…” Xue Yong hesitated before speaking, a disturbing possibility coming to mind.

Leng Xiao was also stunned.

He saw the surprise and doubt that flashed in Xue Yong's eyes and instantly understood what Xue Yong was thinking.

The ease on his face vanished instantly, and he immediately picked up the phone again, this time dialing several familiar numbers in Beijing that he wouldn't normally use.

However, no matter how many times the phone was dialed, it could not be connected.

Some phones indicated they were switched off, some went unanswered, and some rang for a long time before being hung up.

Leng Xiao's expression grew increasingly grim.

The owners of these numbers are usually very influential and readily available. How come they've all suddenly "disappeared"?
He suppressed his unease and dialed a relatively obscure number, his tone carrying a barely perceptible urgency.

This time, the call finally went through, but the other person's voice was very low, with obvious wariness and avoidance.

After a brief exchange, Leng Xiao hung up the phone and leaned back in his chair.

Most of his acquaintances in the sex industry were caught up in the investigation led by "a certain bureau" because of the massage parlor incident, and now they were in dire straits themselves, so there was no way they would lend a hand.

He muttered to himself, his voice tinged with confusion and bewilderment:

"So... what exactly happened at that shabby massage parlor during those two days?"

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Even someone of Leng Xiao's status would have to keep his distance if he knew what happened that night!
Unfortunately, while many people had only a superficial understanding, outside of the relevant department, only Zhao Xiaochui, a seemingly uninvolved individual, truly knew the whole story. Meanwhile, on the relaxed first floor, a completely different scene was unfolding. The brand-new second recreation area, a playground specifically designed for children, was undergoing its final inspection. Zhao Xiaochui, the seemingly uninvolved individual from the outside world, stood meticulously to the side, nervously watching the invited staff from the National Indoor Environmental Testing Center conduct the final tests. When it came to children's health, he never showed the slightest negligence.

When the professional gave an "OK" sign, Zhao Xiaochui's tense face finally broke into a happy smile.

He gave a few instructions through the invisible earpiece, and moments later, the children cheered as they poured into this brand-new recreational paradise. Electric models, authentic LEGO sets, a mini F1 racetrack, an AR interactive wall, a digital gallery… all sorts of novel and interesting facilities were available. In the adjacent food and beverage area, gentle young ladies were providing customized healthy meals and drinks for the children. All of this was completely free.

The carefully designed partitions cleverly separate the children's laughter from the tranquil atmosphere of the upstairs massage hall, ensuring that every customer who comes to relax can enjoy the service they deserve.

In this way, the children no longer have to wait one by one in a small space with their parents, as they used to, before entering Zhao Xiaochui's studio one by one.

The number of children, nearly three times the usual number, quickly settled into their favorite areas to play, and the entire area was well-organized. Zhao Xiaochui nodded in satisfaction and led the young lady in charge of assisting them inside.

He sat down next to a child and gently touched the child's special wristband with his tablet. The child's detailed information and health data immediately appeared on the screen.

Then came his fluid and graceful traditional Chinese medicine massage techniques. Once he finished, he tapped the tablet, and the staff outside received a notification that the session was complete. The child could then choose whether to continue playing or return to their parents.

This model greatly improves efficiency, children enjoy themselves, and parents get genuine relaxation. Compared to the astronomical revenue generated by the current leisurely lifestyle, the huge investment in this area is indeed just a drop in the ocean.

After finishing his morning work, Zhao Xiaochui was just in time for lunch. He changed out of his work clothes and into a relaxed, high-end casual uniform, then went to the second-floor lobby, where Guoguo was waiting.

"How's the child?" Zhao Xiaochui asked casually.

Guoguo smiled happily: "I've sent him to kindergarten, to the same class as Yangyang. If he dares to be naughty, Yangyang will beat him up!"

Zhao Xiaochui: "..."

The educational methods of girls from Northeast China are indeed unique.

"It's good that the child is alright," Zhao Xiaochui said solemnly as he looked at Guoguo. "I've already spoken to the back office, and I must accompany you to your shifts these next few days."

Guoguo nodded and asked worriedly, "Little Hammer, what happened that day?"

"You've mastered the basics of internal energy cultivation, and then you've put it into practice."

Zhao Xiaochui explained succinctly, "The price is that your financial future is ruined, and you age five years!"

Guoguo paused for a moment, then hurriedly looked for a mirror. Remembering that she was waiting for a distinguished guest, she stopped.

"Wait a minute, I looked in the mirror this morning."

Zhao Xiaochui replied irritably, "I arrived when you lay down on the ground."

"Oh, I see!" The girl from Northeast China breathed a sigh of relief, patted her chest, and then beamed with joy. "That scared me to death! It's all thanks to our little hammer; he's reliable in a pinch!"

"Stop joking," Zhao Xiaochui said seriously. "This was an accident, but you must learn to control this power within you. If I'm not around one day and you encounter a similar situation again, overdrawing yourself like this will really cause big problems."

"Ding~"

Before Guoguo could answer, the elevator doors opened.

Jiang Ying, radiant with health and beauty, walked out gracefully with a distinguished female guest who exuded elegance and whose status was immediately apparent.

The first session in the afternoon was through the exclusive reservation channel for Platinum Ling Therapy.

Zhao Xiaochui had no interest in knowing how much Platinum Feather Therapy charged for its promised VIP services. All he knew was that this one customized formula of essential oils alone cost nearly 100,000 yuan!

After the VIPs were led into the exclusive VIP room, Jiang Ying approached Zhao Xiaochui with a mischievous smile: "Oh, our little Chuizi has become quite capable now!"

She lowered her voice, with a hint of teasing, "They even dared to 'go head-to-head' with that ugly donkey, and it even made it to the trending topics. Impressive!"

(End of this chapter)